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Greg Easton Elected World Archery President, Promises Growth

9/4/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Greg Easton was elected President of World Archery at the 56th Congress in Gwangju, Korea, succeeding Prof Dr Ugur Erdener.
Easton plans to improve collaboration and diversity, focusing on Olympic relevance and sustainable growth.
Trina Roberts was elected to the Ethics and Justice Committee, representing Bermuda.
Women's representation in committees and board roles increased to 42%.

History

Historical Context

Archery gained Olympic recognition in 1972, enhancing its global visibility. Since then, organizations like World Archery have promoted inclusivity, achieving 42% women's representation in leadership roles by 2023. The election of Greg Easton as President underscores ongoing efforts to foster collaboration and sustainability, ensuring archery's relevance in future Olympic Games and a more equitable sporting environment.

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Story summary

Greg Easton was elected President of World Archery at the 56th Congress in Gwangju, Korea, succeeding Prof Dr Ugur Erdener.
Easton plans to improve collaboration and diversity, focusing on Olympic relevance and sustainable growth.
Trina Roberts was elected to the Ethics and Justice Committee, representing Bermuda.
Women's representation in committees and board roles increased to 42%.

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